Customer Reviews for Westinghouse - 12,500/9,500-Watt Gas Powered Portable Generator with Remote Electric Start, 50 Amp Outlet - Blue
Customer Rating
5
Good for Hone Backup
on November 5, 2022
Posted by: J Stew
from Pittsburgh, PA
This is a very good option for home home backup. It runs everything on my transfer switch, which keeps the house functioning during a power outage. Keep in mind that to truly exploit the wattage output you need to be using a 30 amp or 50 amp connection. I have heard people say that this will not run much more than a refrigerator, but that is simply not true. When paired with a transfer switch, this generator can run all that you need to get through a power outage. Wish it was a little quieter, but I lover all very good.
I like the frame that wraps around the top, nice to have 6.6 gallon capacity, the automatic choke is a great feature, started right up with no drama. Easy to float the neutral if your application requires it.
I bought this last month in preparation for the upcoming winter. My family was affected by the Texas power outage during Icemaggedon two years ago and I do not want to be in that position again. This product looks great and gives me the confidence needed to be head of my household.
I am 67 as was worried about being able to move a 200lb generator. After installing the wheels and legs(super easy), I just flipped the handle up and off I went. Very well balanced and great leverage. Very simple and easy to follow instructions for start up. Compact and lot's of extra power.
Using for times when Residence losses power. Started properly. Everthing checks out. Need to create set up to wire directly to breaker panel. Will then just wait for the next power loss.
This is a great power plant. It will supply portable power for any tool that you would need at a jobsite. It is also very useful for suppling emergency power at your home or campsite during an outage. I wish that I had bought this sooner than I did.